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Faizabad sit-in: Contempt of court petition filed in SC
Petition says top court order not implemented even after four years
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Buzdar gets interim bail in NAB case
Bail granted till Nov 30
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FTX prepares for sale, reorganisation
FTX sought court relief to allow the operation of a new global cash management system and payment to its vendors
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Tesla recalls 321,000 US vehicles
Tail lights may intermittently fail to illuminate
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Mercedes Benz to pay $5.5 million
Payment to resolve a lawsuit over diesel advertising claim
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Turkey eyes $5b trade in three years
ICCI calls for forging strong business linkages to improve ties
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LNG imports at high prices cause Rs10b loss
Auditors find mismanagement in purchase of spot LNG cargoes
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Govt to allow Afghan trade through airports
Consignments will be dispatched to Chaman, Torkham and Ghulam Khan border via land
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Currency swap facility costs Rs36.3b
Burden may increase further as Pakistan asks China to raise the facility’s ceiling
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Economic, political uncertainty dents PSX
Benchmark KSE-100 index drops 363 points to settle at 42,730
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Pakistan keen to import tea, coffee from Ethiopia
Envoy says Ethiopian tea is coming from other channels, stresses on bilateral connectivity
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DLTL scheme vital to ensure export growth
Textile exports drop by 1.34% to $5.94b in Jul-Oct
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Power generation cost declines
Tariff drops Rs9.02 per unit on low demand, use of cheaper generation plant
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FBI director 'very concerned' by Chinese 'police stations' in US
Embassy spokesperson rejects claims saying volunteer-run sites assist overseas Chinese nationals in US
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White House hosts wedding as Biden granddaughter gets hitched
Few details were given on the event, which is classified as strictly private and is closed to the press
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Malaysia’s Mahathir loses seat in first election defeat in 53 years
Ex-PM failed to retain his parliamentary seat, coming in fourth in a five-cornered fight
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Misplaced priorities: Pakistan’s first botanical garden about to vanish
Inattention, lack of funding plagued what once used to be conservation centre for unique plants at Karachi University
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WATCH: Indian students detained for chanting ‘Pakistan Zindabad’
Three students in Bengaluru city were also suspended by college admin for ‘unintentionally’ raising slogans
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WATCH: Indian man's flag attack leaves Portugal fans enraged
Social media footage shows Elangode pulling the flag off its hoisting and violently tearing it into strips
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Balance of economic, political power shifting to Asia: Senator Mushahid
For peace and stability, multi-lateral mechanism is important as ‘fairer world is possible,’ says Turkish politician
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When the Batman lost his voice
For 30 years, Kevin Conroy brought the definitive screen version of the caped crusader to life
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Peoples Bus Service to launch in Hyderabad on Nov 19: Memon
New buses to have affordable fares, quality and comfort
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Nawaz wants a ‘yes-man’ as COAS, claims Imran
PTI chief says changes in army act to be challenged in court
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Finance Minister Ishaq Dar calls on President Arif Alvi
Minister briefs president on overall economic and financial outlook of the country
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A look at legal procedure to pick army chief
Notification of retirement is issued by MoD prior to appointment as per previous army chief selection process
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‘Announce LG polls date in 15 days’, SHC orders ECP
Sindh High Court’s bench tells provincial govt and electoral authority to complete poll process within two months
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Govt framed pawns to save big fish: SUP
'Deputy commissioner taken into cutody to protect real culprits,' says Zain Shah
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Three tribal elders shot dead in DI Khan
Families and relatives place bodies on road to protest
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CM breaks ground on Swat Motorway P-II
Says CRBC approved to make K-P self-sufficient in wheat production
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Man gets death sentence over honour killing
Locals told the police that the accused killed his wife and her alleged partner at his house
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Heads roll over motorway funds scam
Matiari's DC arrested, committee formed to probe mega corruption scandal
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Gas outage in winter sparks protest in Quetta
Protesters blocked the main Airport Road against prolonged and unscheduled gas load shedding
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CJ says problem lies in misuse of law
SC asks Imran’s lawyer whether court could order parliament to enact a law
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UN approves Pakistan resolution
Unanimously adopted resolution reaffirms peoples right to self-determination including those in Kashmir and Palestine
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Balochistan should make its own mineral law: SC
Says Centre can exercise powers over provincial law or machinery but provinces cannot do the same
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No complaints from KSA over gifted watch: FO
Spokesperson says they’re finalising dates for Saudi crown prince’s visit to Pakistan
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PAC strikes down free Hajj facility
At govt’s expense 650 officials carry out free Hajj every year
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PTA keeping an eye out for ‘grey’ SIMs, NA told
Minister tells House authority constantly monitoring phone calls from abroad
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Railways jacks up cargo train fares
Fares increased by 30-35% due to increase in fuel prices
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Senate body for simplifying process
Expediting purchases from the international market when prices fall to provide benefit to the country
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Forex reserves inch up by $3m to $7.9b
Central bank gave no reason for increase in reserves
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Inferior steel huge risk for infrastructure
PALSP demands strict enforcement of PSQCA rules and standards
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Smuggling causing colossal losses to exchequer
Business people demand curb of trade in counterfeit products to save formal industry
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Uncertainty about IMF review pushes rupee down
Currency slips for fifth day in a row, losing 0.12% against US dollar
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Rs70b spent on LNG subsidy
Fertiliser producers have received imported gas at discounted rates since 2018
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Riyadh signs $30b deals with South Korea
Pledges stronger ties in the fields of energy, defence and construction
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Housing boom can revive economy: secretary
Points out many countries have made progress by focusing on housing sector
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Real estate in development phase
Sector worth $3.5tr remains preferred investment avenue for most Pakistanis
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18 die as van falls into floodwater near Sehwan
Dead include 10 children; two injured stated to be in critical condition
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Arshad Sharif's murder was an 'inside job'
Mavenjina sees a 'well-planned' operation by 'well-trained' shooters
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Naqvi says agencies had advance intel, footage of downed Indian jets
Minister praised intelligence agencies, saying they had prior knowledge of India’s plans during recent conflict
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'My heart breaks': Malala offers condolences to flood victims
Devastating floods, heavy rains in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa have left 323 people dead and 156 injured
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PM Shehbaz prioritises shift to cashless economy
Shehbaz Sharif expresses satisfaction over progress made toward cashless economy, digital financial systems
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Sindh braces for rain, thunderstorms as monsoon intensifies
Strong monsoon to hit province; PMD forecasts moderate rain Monday, heavy downpours and thunderstorms on Tuesday
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Monsoon rains trigger widespread flooding across Punjab
Punjab in 7th monsoon spell; rains to continue till Aug 23, says PDMA as tourism department issues safety advisory
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PM deploys ministers to oversee K-P flood relief as toll hits 323
CM Gandapur says provincial government will fully compensate flood losses
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Feeding the armies of the Raj
Beyond the drills & discipline lay a massive, little-known operation to keep the troops fed
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Sugar sale halted over pricing standoff
Shopkeepers are refusing to sell to unfamiliar buyers due to the threat of heavy fines, challans, and shop closures
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Pakistan get 8 gold medals at Hero Taekwondo Open
The Pakistani players from different academies managed to get 11 medals in Malaysia
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Punjab wildlife department lodges over 125 FIRs against illegal hunting
Almost 300 wild birds rescued from poachers, released back into natural habitats
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Journalist Khawar Hussain found shot dead in Sanghar
Eyewitnesses say no commotion was seen near deceased journalist's car, investigation underway
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The rot in the Ravi
Immortalised in poetry for its splendour, the river now runs foul with sewage
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Game on… everywhere but home
From Ash’s Tekken mastery to 4Thrives’ EWC debut, Pakistan shines at esports abroad but struggles with support at home
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Antibiotic resistance: a plague of our own making
Despite mounting warnings, antibiotics in Pakistan are dispensed like everyday painkillers
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Rescuers race against time as K-P flood death toll tops 340
Six districts declared disaster-hit; 2,000 personnel to pull bodies from wreckage
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New Chinese EV maker enters Pakistan
Letin will set up plant in Punjab; competition among automakers intensifies
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PRAL CEO declines extension
Decision deepens uncertainty for employees as PM pushes digital overhaul
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Public-private tie-up vital for digital economy
Businessmen seek policies that support digital infrastructure, promote reliable payment gateways
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Iqbal urges joint push for $100b exports
Declares 'export emergency,' saying 4th 'Uraan Pakistan' hinges on external trade, identifies eight sectors
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PSX scales new peak despite profit-taking
KSE-100 index closes up 0.8% at 146,492 as Moody's upgrade lifts sentiment
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Oil markets bearish after Alaska summit
Prices will likely see only small dip in near term
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ECC for phasing out govt guarantee for Skill Bond
Bond designed to attract private capital for vocational education and training
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Canadian govt moves to end Air Canada strike
Asks labour board to order binding arbitration, union seeks parity on wages with Air Transat
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Industrial activity shrinks 3.67% in June
LSM contracts 0.74% in FY25 on cement, steel, machinery but QIM grows 4.14% YoY
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Gold prices continue downward trend
Price of 10 grams of gold fell by Rs771
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Pakistan, US vow to boost trade, investment
Finance minister says economy is improving; Moody's upgrade signals reform success
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PSX ends flat below 146.5k on profit-taking
Index slips 38 points amid SOE concerns, IMF review uncertainty
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US shooting kills three at busy Brooklyn, New York City club
Investigators believe up to four shooters opened fire with multiple weapons in the early hours of Sunday
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Nine dead after IS-affiliated militants strike in eastern Congo
ADF militants attacked Oicha overnight, killing civilians, looting shops, and burning homes
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Over 300 protests held across US against Trump’s Texas redistricting push
Texas Democrats said they’ll return only if the special session ends and after California’s maps are introduced
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Iranian forces kill seven militants in Southeast clash
Deputy governor said seven Ansar al-Furqan gunmen were killed early Sunday, according to state news agency IRNA
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Putin’s offer for Ukraine war peace deal takes shape
Trump briefed Zelenskiy, European leaders on his summit discussions early on Saturday
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US-India trade talks scheduled for August delayed
Visit by US trade negotiators to New Delhi canceled, dashing hopes of some relief before August 27 deadline
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Hamas condemns Israel’s Gaza relocation plan as ‘new wave of genocide’
The 21-month war has killed over 61,776 Palestinians and injured 154,906, mostly women and children, officials say
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US 'proposed NATO-style joint defence guarantees for Kyiv'
Britain and France are prepared to deploy troops to Ukraine
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Netanyahu has become a 'problem', says Danish PM
political pressure, sanctions to be considered
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Wang Yi to visit India for border talks
Foreign minister's trip comes amid easing tensions between Asian giants
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West Virginia to deploy National Guard troops to DC
Show of commitment to public safety and regional cooperation
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Libyans vote in local elections
Elections were initially scheduled in 63 municipalities
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39 killed in Gaza as Israel expands offensive
61,000 Palestinians killed since October
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Trump changes tack on Ukraine after Putin meet
US president shifts ceasefire position after Alaska summit
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Shelling of El-Fasher by Sudanese paramilitaries kills 17, injures 25
El-Fasher has been besieged by Sudan’s RSF since May 2024 amid its war with the army that began in April 2023
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Babar, Rizwan left out as PCB names squad for Asia Cup, tri-series
Salman Agha to lead 17-man squad, which also excludes fast bowlers Naseem Shah and Abbas Afridi
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Pakistan get 8 gold medals at Hero Taekwondo Open
The Pakistani players from different academies managed to get 11 medals in Malaysia
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Sports Roundup: From Baleba to Bethell
Today’s big sports headlines at a glance
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Chimaev defeats Du Plessis to win UFC title
The Chechen also landed record strikes in the anticipated bout
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Game on… everywhere but home
From Ash’s Tekken mastery to 4Thrives’ EWC debut, Pakistan shines at esports abroad but struggles with support at home
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FIFA's Players' Voice Panel to aid Semenyo
The Bournemouth striker was racially abused during the Premier League clash with Liverpool
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Fabio matches Shilton for most competitive appearances
Fluminense goalkeeper played his 1,390th match in a 2-1 win over Fortaleza
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Guardiola says one win does not signal that "City are back"
Coach makes claim as new signings score in Wolves rout
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Pogba watches as Monaco start Ligue 1 season with a win
Georges Mikautadze scored the only goal as Lyon won 1-0 in northern France
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Bayern beat Stuttgart in German Super Cup
Goals from Harry Kane and Luis Díaz sealed the Bavarians first title of the season
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Spurs get Frank off to flier as Haaland sparks revamped Man City
Tottenham manager made a winning home debut with 3-0 victory over Burnley
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Alcaraz to face Sinner in Cincinnati ATP final
Spanish second seed will play against world number one for the fourth time this season
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Reserve Messi scores in Miami win while Son gets first MLS win
The 38-year-old Argentine striker was back on field after suffering from a minor muscle injury
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Japan's Iwai grabs lead at LPGA Portland Classic
The 23-year-old rookie carded seven birdies and an eagle to move two shots clear after three rounds
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Rehan aims to cement all-rounder role
He wants to give 100 percent if selected for Ashes